PERHAPS A GIFT VOUCHER FOR MUM?: MOTHER'S DAY
Michael J. Hebert served in Vung Ro Bay, Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. He was the coxswain of the River Patrol Boat (PBR) Magic Christian. Mr. Hebert has been involved in the maritime field ever since departing Vietnam, serving four years in the South Pacific aboard an Atomic Energy Commission research ship, then spending the remainder of his career stateside serving aboard dredges, tugboats, crewboats, ferries, and tour boats. He currently resides in Gloucester, Virginia.
A well written and interesting book on one soldier's experience in Vietnam. This book was not only excellent, the addition of pictures in each chapter added immensely to making it an interesting book. I found it hard to put this book down as the author was very effective in keeping your interest in the book. I found this book especially interesting as during my tour in Vietnam, had a chance to go out on one of the river boats like they had. Army PBR Duty Well written and unusual Vietnam experience. I suppose a lot of military members would consider this assignment as good duty, but all that can change in an instant! As an MOS it covers an area which is not very well known, but danger lurks in every corner. Well done! Thank you! An interesting adventure, worth the time The author relates his time in Viet Nam as a Coxwain on a PBR. Just another example of the very big differences that the members of the military experienced in country. Everyone has their own story; all served their country when called upon. Thank you, Mr. Hebert, for your service and for your memories. This book was so interesting. A very quick read! I found myself reading with wonder hoping that everything would turn out alright (and realizing that the author obviously survived). The stories give a great view into life at Vung Ro Bay and some will make you laugh out loud. It is a different type of war story that I highly recommend. A great story from a different perspective of the Vietnam war After reading several different books pertaining to the different aspects of the complicated Vietnam conflict, this has been my favorite so far. The author is a great story teller on what it was like to operate in a PBR camp in the war. enjoyable reading The photos of the subject matter made this book a much more enjoyable reading experience. I liked the authors descriptions and could relate to some of his battle buddies. An incredible story How to spend a year in 'Nam under the radar of anyone who knew, or cared, where you were posted. An amazing well written account. Review Thank you. I enjoyed your book. I was infantry at Tuy Hoa. 1st 22nd infantry 4th division. Recon. Not a bad assignment. Once again appreciate the book A youthful tale of war Outstanding read on a history of the Army PBR folks. Hebert's memories and photos brought me right back in time! Bravo Zulu, Soldier! Nice look at life on a gunboat. Very enjoyable read. Mike shares details of the good and bad times during his tour on gunboats. You will follow along unable to stop reading. Good book I very much enjoyed the book being retired from the military it brought a lot of memories of all I served with
